Parks
54 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Vista Meadows Park0.8 mi from downtown
- Mochi Chelmo Dog Park1.3 mi from downtown
- May Nissen Park1.4 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Livermore
5 kinds of free outings in and around Livermore.
Good days out in Livermore don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Civic Center Library1188 S. Livermore Ave.
- Rincon Branch Library725 Rincon Ave.
- Springtown Branch Library998 Bluebell Dr.
Historic places
5 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.
- Bank of ItalyBuilt 1922
- Livermore Carnegie Library and Park
- Hagemann Ranch Historic District
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Contra Loma Reservoir20 mi north
- John Muir National Historic Site29 mi northwest
- San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge31 mi east
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge20 mi southwest
- John Muir National Historic Site29 mi northwest
- San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge31 mi east
Get a feel for the city
THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Sycamore Grove Park
Creekside trails and wildlife habitat at Sycamore Grove Park in south Livermore. A Short shared by Mindful Cooking At Geetha's Kitchen.
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Downtown Livermore
A short drive through downtown Livermore's tree-lined streets. A Short shared by Ourliladventures.
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What are free things to do in Livermore?
Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Livermore this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.